Cecilia Pino
Coverage of Cecilia Pino in the Nexus archive.
- Closing arguments begin as trial of George Pino nears a decision
Closing arguments have begun in the trial of George Pino, a real estate developer accused of vessel homicide and manslaughter following a 2022 boat crash that killed 17-year-old Lucy Fernandez. The jury will determine if the crash was a tragic accident or a crime, with prosecutors and defense presenting conflicting narratives.
- After tearful, tense trial, closing arguments set for Monday in George Pino case
George Pino faces manslaughter and vessel homicide charges after a 2022 boat crash that killed 17-year-old Lucy Fernandez and injured 17-year-old Katerina Puig. Prosecutors allege criminal negligence, while his defense claims the crash was an accident, with closing arguments set for Monday.
- George Pino’s defense highlights concussion suffered in fatal 2022 boat crash as trial enters 8th day
George Pino's criminal trial entered its eighth day with the defense emphasizing his concussion from a 2022 boat crash that killed 17-year-old Lucy Fernandez. Testimony included accounts from Pino's wife and survivors, while prosecutors allege reckless operation involving speed and alcohol. Good Samaritans testified about Pino's actions post-crash.
- Defense to call final witnesses in vessel homicide trial of George Pino
The defense will present its final witnesses in George Pino's vessel homicide trial, where he is charged with manslaughter after a 2022 boat crash killed 17-year-old Lucy Fernandez and injured others. Prosecutors allege Pino was reckless, while the defense claims an obstruction may have caused the crash. Passengers testified about the incident, including accounts of injuries and rescue efforts.